We have a current opportunity for a PM in the Syracuse and Rochester areas on a permanent basis. For further information about this position please apply.
Position Purpose:
This role involves supervising, directing, and coordinating the construction and project management of utility construction projects. The Project Manager serves as the primary point of management responsibility from project pre-planning to full construction administration, contributing to the development of processes, procedures, and systems to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with the project team to oversee construction activities, ensuring projects are built according to design, budget, and schedule.
- Interface with clients and on-site construction crews to ensure project safety, quality, and milestones are met.
- Prepare utility construction proposals and estimates, including drawing take-offs.
- Forecast and report on project profitability while managing the project budget.
- Coordinate all aspects of job setup, including safety, scheduling, document control, cost codes, job cost spread, material/tooling plans, and billing.
- Work with the project team to plan and evaluate performance adjustments needed to stay within budget and on schedule.
- Interface with client representatives, union members, and subcontractors.
- Exercise leadership in managing field employees and utility construction work, adhering to company and contract requirements.
- Communicate project expectations and status to field employees and clients in group settings.
- Quote and process change orders from drawing changes, RFIs, and customer requests.
- Ensure the project has adequate resources to maintain schedule, budget, and exceed safety expectations.
- Regional travel is required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to anticipate and meet internal customer needs.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven leadership capabilities in a management role.
- Ability to present to groups of 20-40 individuals.
- Knowledge of utility construction practices.
- Experience managing project financials.
- Proficiency with computer applications, including Access, Excel, and Outlook.
- Strong managerial and leadership skills.
- Ability to oversee multiple projects across a large geographic area.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field in the utility construction industry.
- Preferred: BS/BA in Construction Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with union jurisdiction and labor agreements.
- Expertise in electrical utility construction (distribution, substation, transmission line) is preferred.
